MCP1640BT-I/MC

Basic Information Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Voltage Boost Regulator
• Characteristics:
  • Small form factor
  • High efficiency
  • Low quiescent current
  • Wide input voltage range
• Package: SOT-23-6
• Essence: Step-up DC-DC converter
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 3000 units per reel

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 0.65V to 5.5V
• Output Voltage Range: 1.8V to 5.5V
• Maximum Output Current: 500mA
• Switching Frequency: 1.2MHz
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MCP1640BT-I/MC has a total of six pins arranged as follows:

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| | --| VIN GND |-- Pin 1: VIN (Input Voltage) --| VOUT SW |-- Pin 2: VOUT (Output Voltage) --| FB EN |-- Pin 3: Feedback/Input Voltage Set --| PG NC |-- Pin 4: Power Good Indicator --| GND LX |-- Pin 5: Ground |___________| ```

Functional Features

• Step-up voltage conversion from low input voltage to higher output voltage
• Automatic Pulse Frequency Modulation (PFM) or Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) mode selection for optimal efficiency
• Soft-start feature to minimize inrush current during startup
• Overcurrent protection and thermal shutdown for enhanced safety
• Power Good indicator to monitor the output voltage stability

Advantages

• Compact size allows for easy integration into space-constrained applications
• High efficiency helps conserve battery life in portable devices
• Wide input voltage range enables compatibility with various power sources
• Low quiescent current minimizes power consumption during standby mode

Disadvantages

• Limited maximum output current may not be suitable for high-power applications
• SOT-23-6 package may require additional thermal management for certain operating conditions

Working Principles

The MCP1640BT-I/MC is a step-up DC-DC converter that converts a low input voltage to a higher output voltage. It utilizes a switching regulator topology to efficiently boost the voltage. The device automatically selects between PFM and PWM modes based on the load requirements, optimizing efficiency. The soft-start feature gradually ramps up the output voltage to prevent excessive inrush current. Overcurrent protection and thermal shutdown mechanisms ensure safe operation.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MCP1640BT-I/MC is commonly used in various battery-powered applications, such as: - Portable electronic devices (e.g., smartphones, tablets) - Wearable devices (e.g., smartwatches, fitness trackers) - IoT devices - Wireless sensor networks - Energy harvesting systems

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• MCP1640B: Similar specifications and features, but available in a different package (DFN-8)
• MCP1640C: Higher maximum output current (1A), otherwise similar to MCP1640BT-I/MC
• MCP1640D: Lower quiescent current, otherwise similar to MCP1640BT-I/MC

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